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Updated: 30 Oct 2007
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Webcast FAQs What is a webcast? Webcasts are video conferences conducted over the Internet. Unlike digital video conferences (DVCs), audience members can see the guest in Washington; the guest in Washington cannot see the audience abroad. What types of webcast conferences are there? 1) DVC with webcast. This is an integrated DVC with webcasting for those audience members outside of the regular video conference environment. Individuals can view the conference on the Internet as background information. 2) Integrated webcast conferencing. When the Washington guest has additional time that can be devoted to those viewing over the Internet, questions can be posed and answered during the live broadcast. 3) Webcast conference. This is a webcast conference only. The guest in Washington will provide brief introductory remarks or statement about the issue being addressed and the remainder of the time will be spent responding to questions posed by the Internet audience. What do I need to participate in a webcast? To participate in a webcast, sites must use Windows Media Player 7 or above. Netscape cannot be used, nor can Apple computers. Other browsers may work, i.e., Firefox, Opera, but Internet Explorer is recommended. Conferences are transmitted at 23k or above for video and audio reception. If bandwidth falls below this level, you will receive audio only. Viewing a webcast -- getting started Once a webcast has been announced, either on the front page of USINFO or through an email message providing you with information about the broadcast, you will only need a good connection (23k or above) to receive a webcast on any PC. The PC can be connected to OpenNet or any other network. Where do I go? Webcasts will be announced on USINFO in advance of the actual live event. In addition, events will be posted on the International Calendar of Events at INFOCENTRAL. Webcasts are conducted in conjunction with CPC (an Internet vendor that provides closed captions for broadcasts). To view archived programs conducted, go to www.cpcwebcast.com/state. How do I test my system to make sure I can participate in a webcast?/b> To test bandwidth available, you can go to: www.smartvideo.com. Click on "Business-to-Business" link in upper right hand corner of the screen. In the lower left corner, there is a button labeled "TEST YOUR COMPUTER." Click on the button and it will provide you with bandwidth of your current connection. It will check to see if the browser installed on your system is OK for receiving the broadcast. If not, there are buttons below that will take you to the Internet Explorer site and to the Windows site so that you can download Windows Media Player. If the test indicates your are OK on your browser and player, you are ready for the broadcast. If the test indicates that you need to upgrade your browser or media player, there are links available on this page to download the upgrades. To view broadcasts that have been archived, follow the steps provided above. Rather than testing your system, after you click on "Business-to-Business", click on "Client Login". How do I request a webcast? To request a webcast, follow the same guidelines as any speaker program request. Submit details for the program to their Regional Program Officer (RPO) for review and funding. Once approved, the request will be assigned to a Thematic Program Officer and post will be given the name of the program officer assigned. Once a webcast has been scheduled, the URL for the conference will be provided to the requesting post. The post can then distribute the URL to their target audience members or post the URL on their Embassy/Consulate/American Corner homepage so that people can be made aware of the upcoming event. If you have questions regarding any programs that are being web cast, please direct your query to the DVC_Team@state.gov. |
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